Video | Hinkley Point C shares footage of night-time works

Hinkley Point C has released new footage from the project, offering a glimpse into the work that happens after dark at the site.

Featuring Rob Jordan, project construction director at Hinkley Point C, the video provides a behind-the-scenes view of the night shift that keeps the site moving 24/7.

In total, 14,000 people are working on the project to deliver Britain’s first nuclear power station in more than 30 years. 

Some of the project’s most significant milestones have happened at night. In July, the world’s largest crane, Big Carl, lifted the 245-tonne domed roof onto the second reactor building. 

Four steam generators have also been installed, ready to use heat from the reactor to drive the Arabelle turbine.

With most buildings complete across the site, focus has shifted to the task of fitting them out with thousands of pipes, cables and critical systems.

Every night, construction teams keep progress on track, with support from catering, cleaning and emergency response crews.

Commenting on the project, Jordan said: “This site never sleeps – just like the power station when it’s finished. Our electricity will power Britain around the clock for decades to come.”

When complete, Hinkley Point C is expected to generate enough low-carbon electricity to power 6m homes for 60 years.